📜 About this temple
Karppillikkavu Sree Mahadeva Temple is a temple in India, dedicated to Shiva as kirata (hunter). This temple's specialty is that the deity give dharshan to the western side. This temple is situated in Manjapra village in Ernakulam District of the Indian state of Kerala. The deity of Siva is in the Sankalppa of Kirathamoorthy that is Vettakkaran. The legend is that Prathishta was done by Kartavirya Arjuna.
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📝 Visitor Tips
- Dress modestly (cover shoulders and knees).
- Footwear must be removed outside the main complex.
- Best time to visit: early morning or evening to avoid the day-time heat.
- Photography is usually allowed in outer premises; ask before photographing the sanctum.
- Carry water and modest cash for prasadam, donations, or local transport.